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Man wanted by police in York caught
A MAN wanted by police in York has been arrested. As The Press reported on Friday, North Yorkshire Police said Craig Douglas Wilkinson, 44, was wanted for recall to prison after breaching his licence conditions. A police spokesman said tonight
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York Knights boss beaming as Halifax win epitome of what side are about
YORK Knights boss Andrew Henderson believes that this afternoon’s victory against Halifax Panthers encapsulated just what his side are about. The Knights moved out of the Betfred Championship relegation zone with a 40-18 triumph at the LNER Community
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York Knights move out of relegation zone after thrilling Halifax victory
YORK Knights moved out of the Betfred Championship relegation zone with a thrilling 40-18 victory against Halifax Panthers. The Knights’ start was as bright as the scorching sunshine at the LNER Community Stadium with early tries from AJ Towse,
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Non-stop music and performance as city's "soul" celebrates 10 years
LIBRARIES are the “soul” of the city and vital for people of all ages, a senior member of Explore York has said. Barbara Swinn was speaking as the mutual society celebrated the 10th year since it took over running the city's libraries and archives
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More than 240 motorbikers in mass ride through central York
More than 240 motorcyclists rode through the centre of York on classic and vintage bikes this afternoon. They sounded their horns and roared their engines as they took part in the annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. Shoppers and tourists
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LIVE BLOG: York Knights vs Halifax Panthers
4:45pm FULL TIME: YORK KNIGHTS 40-18 HALIFAX PANTHERS The Knights move out of the Championship relegation zone with
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'They gave it everything' - York Valkyrie boss full of pride despite semi-final loss
YORK Valkyrie boss Lindsay Anfield could not have asked for any more from her side in their Betfred Women’s Challenge Cup semi-final against St Helens. The Valkyrie were without influential full-back Tara Jane Stanley for their trip to Doncaster
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Mums reach for the sky three times to help children's school
Schoolchildren will have high tech music lessons and a place to snuggle up with a book thanks to 11 energetic mothers. The group of parents raised more than £2,000 for Riverside School, Tadcaster by completing the 24-mile Yorkshire Three Peaks
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Check your change as 20p coin sells for 250 times its face value on eBay
A rare Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for 250 times its face value on eBay after inspiring a bidding war this week. The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008. The coin was minted without a date due to an error and quickly became a
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Should you keep ketchup in the fridge? Expert speaks out as health warning issued
Experts have settled a classic kitchen disagreement and issued an important health warning at the same time. Many people will argue over where you should store ketchup, with some opting for the cupboard, while others go for the fridge. But
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Is it illegal to pick flowers in the UK? Law expert issues warning
As millions of us head for the great outdoors, Brits have been warned many of us could be breaking the law without realising it. With warmer weather finally arriving, many of us will be heading to the countryside, beach or even our own gardens
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Two drivers banned in their absence for motoring offences
Four motorists from York and North Yorkshire have been convicted, fined and banned or given penalty points in their absence after they failed to respond to court summons. Nicholas Paul Moore, 44, of Fairfax Avenue, Selby, was convicted at Harrogate
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Can my child go to school with whooping cough? Concerns over rise in cases
Whooping cough is sometimes known as the 100-day cough because of how long it takes to recover from it. More than 2,700 whooping cough cases have been reported across England so far in 2024 – more than three times the number recorded in the whole
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The UK's top 20 most expensive (and most affordable) dog breeds to own revealed
The UK's most expensive and most affordable dog breeds to own have been revealed - but where does your furry friend come? Dog owners know all too well how the costs stack up when looking after their pets from their food to vet bills. Whether
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"Mo Farah" and "The Beatles" welcome visitors to part of York today
Go to a part of York today and you could meet Mo Farah – or the Beatles – or a being from Outer Space. Families have created famous figures from three centuries to celebrate their school’s 150th birthday. They range from sporting superstars
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Then and now: how York changed from winter to spring - in photos
CHANGING seasons are something to celebrate. From the darkness of winter through to the first signs of spring, to the flood of summer colour, then the blaze of autumn leaves - the seasons make our landscape something to cherish and cheer. Today
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Changing York: Parliament Street before it had trees - photos over 140 years
TREES in York's Parliament Street have become a source of debate of late. Letter writers to The Press have commented about the uneven flagstones in Parliament Street, labelling them unsightly and a trip hazard, and blaming roots from the trees
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Could you give a home to some of these gorgeous Guinea pigs?
CALLING all pet-lovers: the RSPCA needs your help. The charity’s York animal home was recently presented, out of the blue, with 48 - yes, 48 - guinea pigs. “After some panicked phone calls to other RSPCA branches we were able to transfer some
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North Yorkshire 'hidden gem' cycle route with 'stunning' views crowned UK best
A “hidden gem” cycle route in North Yorkshire has been crowned the best in the UK and Ireland by Big 7 Travel. The North York Moors Cycleway was praised for offering views of “stunning” landscapes and “rugged” coastlines - not to mention the “charming
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York nearly lost its city walls 200 years ago: let's not take them for granted
Removing Queen Street bridge near the station has revealed views of our fabulous city walls that haven’t been visible from ground level since 1877 when the bridge was built. Beautiful as they are, they’ve not always been so highly treasured by
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5 of North Yorkshire's best woodlands for a bluebell walk - blooming beautiful
Flowers have been blooming all over North Yorkshire recently as it looks like the warmer months of the year have finally arrived. Bluebells have officially taken over some woodland areas as they make their annual appearance from late March until
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North Yorkshire man who had a heart attack cycling plans 100 mile bike ride
A NORTH Yorkshire man who had a heart attack whilst cycling is planning a 100-mile bike ride. Mike Salt, 55, was out cycling with a friend in July 2022 when he started to feel pain in his chest. "We’d only cycled three miles when I started
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'Once in a century' flower returns to York
ECOLOGISTS were astounded this April when they stumbled across a display of flowers from a plant species thought to be long extinct from York. The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust have confirmed that the slender sedge has returned to Askham Bog nature